Just remember that most stars are grumpy with higher nitrates. They become very sluggish. Also, keep in mind that for a small tank, they are a big bioload. They need to be spot fed too. Good feeding = good output = higher bioload = higher nitrates unless you are aggressive at water changes and skimming.
They do get big. It can be done, but I'd say 20 gallons is the minimum you'd want to put them in if you want to keep them through "maturity".
Yeah.. brittles are hunters. Serpents are nicer.
Dave
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